If you haven’t yet tried Xan Confections, well then you have something to look forward to. Famed OC chocolatier Tracey Downey creates Xan’s chocolates and you will love them. The artisan chocolates, caramels, and other handcrafted treats have distinctive flavors and only the finest, all-natural ingredients. Even if you follow a special diet, you’re in luck, Xan Confections also includes non-dairy and gluten-free chocolates that are vegan, low-glycemic and low-calorie. Xan Confections are available in Whole Foods and Bristol Farms throughout SoCal, as well as online.
And Xan wants to do something nice for you! It’s offering Greer’s OC subscribers a free 2-piece LadybuG Truffle sampler (they are huge and gorgeous, and, of course, decadent!) with any purchase via XanConfections.com or by calling 949.833.2928. Xan ships next day throughout Southern California, or orders can be picked up at its location at 1202 McGaw in Irvine.
Golf with the Angels and Be One, Too!
We’re inspired by Emily Daskas, a dear friend’s niece, and her video about battling cystic fibrosis. It’s incredibly inspiring. And you can help Emily by raising funds to cure cystic fibrosis. Imagine being a part of something so important, that could literally change the meaning of two letters CF from cystic fibrosis to cure found. The Angels Foundation 65 Roses Golf Classic is a two-day event hosted by Angel great Don Baylor at Los Coyotes Country Club in Buena Park Sunday and Monday. Invite a guest for an evening of food and festivities Sunday and return Monday for golf, contest holes and on-course food. Sunday: 4:30 to 6 p.m. appetizers, cocktails and silent auction; 6 to 8 p.m. dinner, guest speakers, live auction. Non-golfing dinner guest $150. Monday golf tournament: 8 to 9:15 a.m. check-in, putting contest, breakfast; 9:30 a.m to 2:30 p.m. golf and lunch; 2:30 p.m.to 4 p.m. Tommy Burger Truck and awards. Golf participant $400. 8888 Los Coyotes Drive, in Buena Park.
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- 07.23.26 – VIII by Selanne Unveils Summer Tasting Menu
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- 07.16.26 – Alisal Ranch Marks 80 Years with a Summer of Celebration
- 07.14.26 – VEA Newport Beach Debuts Chef Angelo Sosa Summer Menu
- 07.13.26 – Amorelia Cocina Artesanal Brings the Flavors of Michoacán to Laguna Beach
- 07.13.26 – Via Lido Plaza Hosts Stars, Stripes & Summer Celebration July 17-18
- 07.12.26 – Casa Romantica’s Summer Lineup Features Concerts, Movies and Family Fun
- 07.08.26 – A True Full-Circle Moment: Artist Brothers Use ChatGPT to Help Create Bonita Canyon’s 50th Anniversary Mural
- 07.07.26 – IVI Vision Pops Up at Rails in Fashion Island
- 07.06.26 – Join Me at the Costa Mesa Historical Society Speakers Program
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- 07.01.26 – Pacific Symphony Unveils Star-Studded 2026-27 Pops Season
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- 06.29.26 – Selanne Steak Tavern Celebrates 10 Years of Wine Spectator Recognition
- 06.26.26 – Segerstrom Center’s Y2K-Inspired Movie Mondays Return This Summer
- 06.25.26 – Summer Nights on the Lawn at VEA Newport Beach
- 06.18.26 – Sushi Ii Pairs Up with Brooklyn Kura for a Sake-Focused Omakase Night
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- 07.08.26 – Noble Ace Debuts in Laguna Beach’s Historic Heisler Building
- 07.05.26 – Pageant of the Masters Returns to Laguna Beach With ‘The Greatest of All Time’
- 07.05.26 – Earl of Sandwich Opens New Flagship at Downtown Disney
- 06.30.26 – A Blissful Japanese Head Spa Experience at Invita Costa Mesa
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- 06.23.26 – Del Mar’s 2026 Summer Racing Season Opens July 17
- 06.19.26 – Sherman Library & Gardens Introduces Hazeltine’s and New Afternoon Tea Experience
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